It was a little more than two years ago when we first made our way to Royse City to check out Smoke Sessions Barbecue, where we found ourselves impressed with succulent barbecue that Chad and Jessica Sessions turned out from their tiny trailer. During that visit Chad let us in…
The historic Dakota’s Steakhouse is being saved. Last May we reported that the 37-year-old restaurant shuttered, a victim of the pandemic. A new owner has stepped in and plans to reopen it in July. Before we get to the introductions, first a little background on what makes this space interesting…
At this point, Nashville hot chicken needs no introduction. We’re far past those awkward first days where we laugh a little too loud at each other’s jokes. At this point, it’s similar to an uncle who shows up for dinner on occasion; no introduction or nice napkins needed. Khanh Nguyen,…
From the mind behind Dallas Farmers Market favorites 8 Cloves and Laili comes chef Afifa Nayeb’s first full-service concept. me, now open in Bishop Arts District, offers powerful, flavorful Indian dishes by way of French cooking techniques. Nayeb is one of the founders of The Nayeb Group, a Dallas-based real…
A red-winged mural cast on the wide side of Black Coffee in Fort Worth is reminiscent of a Phoenix floating above an outline of the city skyline. A directive, “Create Change,” is painted across the bottom. The striking colors and art on the exterior are carried throughout this standalone coffee…
If there’s one thing Dallas has plenty of, it’s fantastic sandwiches. And a good grilled cheese can honestly make your day. A “best” list for the cheesy comfort food has been done to death, so for this National Grilled Cheese Day, here are some unexpected options as well as some…
Community Beer Co. has announced they’re relocating to a new 70,000-square-foot facility. Their new digs will be at the recently renovated Pegasus Place, formerly the Exxon Mobil campus, at 3110 Commonwealth Drive. This is just 4 miles northwest of their current Design District space. According to a statement released by…
Last week The Dallas Morning News reported that James Beard Award-winning chef David Chang was opening three ghost kitchens in North Texas. Called Fuku, they will serve uber-trendy hot chicken “sandos” and strips. Chang is the chef and founder of the Momofuku group of restaurants, which includes Momofuko Noodle Bar,…
Businesses are open, COVID-19 vaccination appointments are opening up and spring weather is here. Sounds like a combination that gives “the weekend” an all-new meaning. If you think staying outdoors seems smart (or just plain fun), check out some rooftop jams, live music, Cajun flavor and more at these 10…
We can all agree that the pandemic can’t leave the building fast enough. The restaurant industry, specifically, was hit hard this past year. Nationwide sales fell by $240 billion in 2020 from an expected level of $899 billion, according to the National Restaurant Association. Restaurateurs are a gritty crowd, though…
Recently, perched on the trunk of my car in the parking lot of Maple and Motor waiting for my order to be brought out, I noticed a large gravel section near the restaurant that had the makings of a courtyard. I messaged the restaurant through Facebook, “Noticed you might be…
Does the phrase “taco of the month” make your heart beat faster? Maybe it’s about the tacos or maybe it’s about novelty, but I’m always on the lookout for creative limited-time dishes. Torchy’s Tacos has a strong monthly taco game, but there are other places that rotate specialties well. Burgers…
The restaurant business is a funny bird. While some local favorites couldn’t endure the cost of the pandemic, other newbies are giving the market a try. Ghost kitchens are becoming more prevalent, which considering real estate prices seem like a smart option. For starters, as reported by Nick Rallo in…
For some reason, I woke up super early this morning and in weighing the pros and cons of getting up, I hopped on Twitter, which is SO dumb. And, as usual, it only filled me with frustration. Dallas Chief of Police, Eddie Garcia, joined the force in early February. He’s…
A year since the pandemic began, local restaurants and bars are hustling to get back into prizefighting shape. The past few weekends, some reported business has been at levels not seen since before times. Parklets in the Bishop Arts District are packed, groups meander through the AT&T Discovery District and lines spill…
If anything should be canceled in 2021, it’s April Fools Day. The last 13 months have held far too many tricks to find more of them funny. We haven’t lost our sense of humor, but here are a few very real things we wish were jokes. The parking situation in…
You can sense the excitement in the Dallas restaurant industry: Patio weather is here, thousands of people are getting vaccinated every day and dining rooms are beginning to welcome back customers who’ve previously stuck to takeout. The excitement isn’t limited to current restaurants. In 2021, we’re poised to see a…
On walking into Seely’s Mill Barbecue, you’d be forgiven for thinking you’re in the wrong place. First, you’re in a hotel, the newly rebranded and remodeled Beeman Hotel on Central Expressway just south SMU Boulevard, formerly known as the Magnolia Park Cities. Second, there’s no actual signage announcing you’ve found…
For many people who love eating at restaurants, now is the most confusing time since they were closed to indoor dining last year. We embraced curbside pickup and takeout for what feels like forever, and now, we’re being urged to start dining out again. By dining out, I mean dining…
As good as the sliced brisket sandwiches are, the best thing in the shoebox lunches offered this February at Smokey John’s Bar-B-Que might have been the popcorn. To shine a light on Black entrepreneurship, Juan and Brent Reaves planned the history-lesson-in-a-box contents with additions from local business owners including Debra…
Last week H-E-B announced they were expanding into the “DFW Metroplex.” While we could argue over whether that odd geographical phrase is a real word, we see no point in getting snippy with the San Antonio-based grocer. They’re too kind to quibble with. Regardless, two stores are slated to open in…
Holding an oyster half shell in the air, angling it so that I could tip it directly into my mouth, I paused and looked at my husband, “People do this,” I said, part question and part statement. Because I was doing it. No way would I abandon one drop of…
